Robo - Smart Universal Remote Control - Black
Model: 0010-00003-00
SKU: 4353101
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Customers regard the Smart Universal Remote Control favorably due to its ease of use and intuitive user interface. Many appreciate the quick and easy setup process and find the functionality straightforward. However, some users experienced compatibility issues, particularly with certain gaming consoles and streaming devices. The Bluetooth functionality is also noted, though its application may be limited depending on the user's setup.
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My Logitec $350 1st gen remote with 4x6 screen stopped working - the screen got cracked. I rushed to BB and found this gem! Did quick search while at the store and took it home....no regrets! Was able to setup all devices (A/V, DirecTV, blue-ray, appleTV, Samsung TV) with out any issues. So much so that my technology challenged wife(who I love dearly) was even able to setup here own macros without me getting involved. Super easy to set up, very user friendly, and small footprint. I dare the kids to break this one. Once it's set up you can control the devices from almost anywhere in the house - not that you need to but it's cool. It's installed on iPhones 5-6s plus and iPad mini
Posted by CarlosMIA
This is a very cool product but ultimately is was to complicated for my family to use. The setup wasn't as easy as it was made out to be but once I figured it our it went easier. The instructions were not helpful. I do love that you can create custom buttons that do multiple tasks and customize the layout of the buttons on your phone. Always having my phone in from top the tv wasn't as convenient as I hoped and wished they offered an iPad app as well - I could see having a dedicated iPad in the living room. I also has to move the Blumoo a couple times when one of my other devices didn't receive the signal. If it were just me I think I would have stuck with it but its too complicated for my wife and kids to use, so I decided to exchange it for a Logitech Harmony 650 which was ridiculously easy to set up and works like a charm.
Posted by hirerob
I had hoped to put this in a cabinet with my electronics rather than having to open the cabinet door to use the remote but this needs to be positioned in front of the components so they receive the signals from the Blumoo.This cabinet is such a tight fit for the electronics that the cabinet door is very close to the front of the components. There is no way to position the Blumoo inside the cabinet so the IR signals reach the components. I had hoped there would be a reflective effect of the IR signals to reach the components but they do not. Another option would be to use mini IR blasters to attach to the components but I didn't want to use that method. Another disadvantage is that you must use your phone or tablet as a remote. Someone else in the house can not use it unless one of those electronics are available to them and they know how to open and use the app. After trying this , I'm going to stick to a dedicated remote instead. It may work great for someone else and I would recommend they try it if their setup has room to receive signals or they want to use mini blasters.
Posted by KellyJ